Three women arrested - 1 a teacher at Northwood-Kensett - after Worth County search

Joya Salzkorn (left), Sara Fenske (middle), Taylor Pohar (right).

Sheriff's Office says all are facing multiple drug charges.

Posted: Nov. 18, 2018 11:48 AM

Updated: Nov. 19, 2018 6:43 AM

Posted By: Mike Bunge

NORTHWOOD, Iowa – Three women are facing drug charges after the search of a Northwood home on Saturday.

The Worth County Sheriff’s Office says deputies searched a home in the 900 block of 3rd Avenue N at around 11:30 am and discovered methamphetamine, marijuana, prescription pills, a handgun, and drug paraphernalia.

- Sara Fenske, 27 of Northwood, was arrested for possession of marijuana-2nd offense, possession of meth-2nd offense, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Fenske is a teacher at Northwood-Kensett.

"The Northwood-Kensett Community Schools are aware of the charges and the employee will be placed on administrative leave pending further review," the school district said Sunday in a statement.

- Taylor Pohar, 22 of Milford, was taken into custody for possession of marijuana-3rd or subsequent offense, possession of meth-3rd or subsequent offense, unlawful possession of a firearm, and possession of drug paraphernalia.